RALEIGH- As part of the Interstate 440 widening project, contractors for the N. C. Department of Transportation will close a section of eastbound & westbound I-440 between Western Blvd. & Hillsborough Street for several nights.
The westbound lanes of I-440 after the Hillsborough Street exit will be closed on Jan. 13-15 between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., weather permitting, to facilitate bridge construction activities.
Westbound traffic will detour to Hillsborough Street, Gorman Street, Western Boulevard back to I-440 West.
Then, on Jan. 16, the eastbound lanes of I-440 will close from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. to work on the same bridge.
Eastbound traffic will detour to Western Boulevard, Gorman Street, Hillsborough Street back to I-440 East.
Motorists are advised to plan, follow posted detour signs, and expect some delays while traveling through the area. NCDOT encourages drivers to remain alert and exercise caution.